Category Archives: Community Events
Midsummer's Eve of the Arts celebrates 40 years
The annual fundraiser for the Vernon Public Art Gallery hits a major milestone year this summer.The 40th annual Midsummer's Eve of the Arts will go at the Coldstream Community Hall on July 15.The even...
Jun 17, 2026 Art being auctioned off at the Midsummer's Eve of the Arts last year. (Image Credit: Vernon Public Art Gallery)
Hole in one! Golf tournament raises over $18K for charity
A new fundraising record was reached at the annual RF Brett Memorial Golf Tournament.Put on by Vernon Firefighters Local 1517, the tournament at Spallumcheen Golf and Country Club raised $18,452.30.A ...
Jun 17, 2026 (Image Credit: Liam Verster/Vernon Matters)
Music, activities, entertainment and more planned for local Canada Day celebration
The Vernon Okanagan Inspired Community Events Society (VOICE Society) is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate the nation's birthday.The group will host its Canada Day celebration at Polson Par...
Jun 16, 2026 File photo of Canada Day celebrations at Polson Park. (Image Credit: Vernon Matters)
Lumby community centre hosting FIFA watch parties
Maple leaf wearing football fans will gather in Lumby for some special watch party events these coming weeks.The White Valley Community Centre will see football fans convene to catch the action as the...
Jun 16, 2026 Stock photo of the 2026 FIFA World Cup ball (Image Credit: ID 418895715 © Erman Gunes | Dreamstime.com)
Upcoming annual butterfly release to honour loved ones
Several butterflies will take flight at the Allan Brooks Nature Centre this weekend as people gather to remember and celebrate loved ones who have passed away.The North Okanagan Hospice Society's (NOH...
Jun 11, 2026 (Image Credit: NOHS)
Local non-profits gaining boost from local grants
The City of Vernon has committed thousands of dollars to support local groups.The City will be distributing money through three funding streams to support local non-profits, and other groups to suppor...
Jun 10, 2026 Vernon City Council at the regular meeting Monday, June 8 (Image Credit: Liam Verster / Vernon Matters)
Annual cycling fundraiser for mental health cancelled
The annual bike ride fundraiser supporting mental health services in the North Okanagan has been cancelled.The Vernon branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA Vernon) said it would not b...
May 27, 2026 Ride Don't Hide participants in 2024 (Image Credit: CMHA Vernon / Facebook)
People encouraged to ride for Spring GoByBike Week
Vernon and area residents and visitors are being asked to put on their helmet and mount their bike for their daily commutes later this month.The Spring GoByBike Week runs May 30 to June 5, during whic...
May 20, 2026 A bicycle pulled up at a picnic table at Canoe Beach (Image Credit: Liam Verster / Vernon Matters)
Annual garden tour going to support HVAC replacement
Two milestone years will be celebrated with a charity event showcasing Vernon's green-thumbed residents.The 22nd annual People Place Society Garden Tour will go June 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.The self-gu...
May 20, 2026 File photo of visitors taking part in a garden tour (Image Credit: People Place)
Pedal push returns to Kelowna
Kelowna is gearing up for another GoByBike Week, running May 30th through June 5th.The community event encourages residents to leave the car at home and use a bike for commuting, errands or recreation...
May 20, 2026 (Image Credit: City of Kelowna)
